MSI MEGA BOOK M620 User Manual
MSI MEGA BOOK
M620 Notebook PC
User’s Guide
G52-B1010X1
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Regulations Information
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital d evice, purs uant to p art 15 of the FC C rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
Note
1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user ’s authority
to operate the equipment.
2. Shield interface cables and AC power cord, if any must be used
in order to comply with the emission limits.
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FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
MS-M620
Micro-Star International
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Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery
(Danish) ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri --- Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering.
Udskiftning må kun sk e med batteri af sam e fabrik at og type. Levé det brugte batt eri
tilbage til leverandøren.
(Deutsch) VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich-wertigen
Typ. Entsorgung gebraucht er Batteri en nach Angaben des Herstellers.
(English) CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replac ed. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
Discard used batteries accordi ng to manufacturer’s instructions.
(Finnish) VAROITUS: Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda
paristo ainoastaan valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo
valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
(French) ATTENTION: II y a danger d’ex;losion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de l a
batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un type
équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usages
conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
(Norwegian) ADVARSEL: Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt same
batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbef alt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier
kasseres I henhold til fabrikant ens instruksjoner.
(Swedish) VARNING: Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma
batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera
använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruction.
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Caution on Using Modem
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
5. Avoid using the telephone function (other than a cordless type)
during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
6. Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the
vicinity of the leak.
CD-ROM Drive Notice
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a
“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the
instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference.
In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest
“AUTHORIZED service st a tio n .” To prevent direct ex posure t o the la ser beam,
do not try to open the enclosure.
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Safety Instructions
1. Read the safety instructions carefully
and thoroughly.
2. Save this User Guide for possible use
later.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature.
4. Lay this equipment on a stable surface before setting it up.
5. The openings on th e enclosure are used for air c onv ect ion and to
prevent the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the
openings.
6. Make sure that the power voltage is within its safety range and
has been adjusted properly to the value of 100~240V before
connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
7. Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on
it. Do not place anything on the power cord.
8. Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card
or module.
9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
10. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage the
equipment or cause an electrical shock.
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11. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment
checked by a service personnel:
z The power cord or plug is damaged.
z Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
z The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
z The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work
according to User Guide.
z The equipment was dropped and damaged.
z The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
12. Do not leave the equipment in an unconditioned environment
with a storage temperature of 60OC (140OF) or above, which
may damage the equipment.
13. To prevent explosion caused by improper battery replacement,
use the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by the
manufacturer only.
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Copyright Notice
The material in this guide is the intellectual property of this company. W e
take every care in the preparation of thi s do cum ent, bu t no guarantee is given
as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual
improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
Please note that the setting diagrams or values in this guide are FOR YOUR
REFERENCE ONLY. The model you bought may be slightly different from
the illustrations and descriptions in this guide. If you are not sure about
these information, such as the computer specification and equipm ent, ple ase
ask your local vendor for help.
Trademarks
All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows®98/ME, 2000/XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
AMI®is a registered trademark of American Megatrends Inc.
PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal Computer
Memory Card International Association.
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Macrovision Corporation Pr oduct Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection te chn olo gy that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other right owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Technical Support
z Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, driver and software
updates, and other information: http://www .msi. com. tw/.
z Contact our technical staff at: support@msi.com.tw.
Release History
Version Revision Note Date
1.0 First Release November 2004
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Table of Content
PRODUCT VIEW
Before You Begin.......................................................... 2
Unpacking ......................................................................................2
Specification ..................................................................................3
Physical Characteristic...........................................................................3
CPU........................................................................................................3
Core Chips..............................................................................................3
Memory...................................................................................................3
Power .....................................................................................................3
Storage...................................................................................................4
I/O Port...................................................................................................4
Communication Port...............................................................................4
PCMCIA..................................................................................................5
Display....................................................................................................5
Video Direct Play....................................................................................5
Audio ......................................................................................................6
Software & BIOS.....................................................................................6
Other.......................................................................................................6
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Quick Components Guide.............................................7
Top-open View...............................................................................7
Front View......................................................................................9
Right-side View............................................................................10
Left-side View ..............................................................................12
Rear View .....................................................................................14
Bottom View.................................................................................15
Preparing Operate .......................................................17
Connecting the AC Power..........................................................17
Disconnecting the AC Power.....................................................18
Turning On/Off the Notebook PC...............................................19
Operating the Top Cover ......................................................................19
Turning On the Computer.....................................................................19
Turning Off the Computer.....................................................................20
Power-On Self Test...............................................................................21
BASIC OPERATION
Safety and Comfort Tips .............................................24
Safety Comfort Tips ....................................................................24
Have a Good Work Habit ............................................................25
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Knowing the Keyboard............................................... 26
Typewriter Keys ...........................................................................27
Cursor Keys .................................................................................28
Numeric Keys...............................................................................29
Function Keys..............................................................................30
Windows Keys......................................................................................30
[Fn] Key................................................................................................30
InstantON and Quick Launch Buttons ...................... 31
Knowing the Touchpad............................................... 32
Using the Touchpad ....................................................................33
Positioning and Moving.........................................................................33
Point and Click......................................................................................33
Drag and Drop......................................................................................33
Configuring the Touchpad.....................................................................35
The Hard Disk Drive.................................................... 36
Using the Optical Storage .......................................... 37
Inserting the CD...........................................................................38
Removing the CD.........................................................................39
Releasing the CD Manually.........................................................40
Using the Video Function........................................... 41
Configuring the Display Settings...............................................41
Changing the Resolution and Colors Quality........................................41
Changing the Display Output Device ........................................42
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Using the Audio Function...........................................44
Connecting Audio Devices.........................................................44
Volume Control............................................................................44
InterVideo InstantON...................................................45
General Configuration ................................................................45
Installation and Recovery...........................................................46
Language.............................................................................................46
Installation............................................................................................47
Recovery..............................................................................................48
User Input.....................................................................................49
Frame Button........................................................................................49
Remote Controller................................................................................50
Remote Controller Mapping Table........................................................51
General Setup..............................................................................54
Video Mode ..................................................................................56
Music Mode..................................................................................58
EXPANDING & UPGRADING
Connecting the External Devices...............................60
Connecting the Peripheral Devices...........................................60
Connecting the Communication Devices.................................64
Using the LAN......................................................................................64
Using the Modem.................................................................................64
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Installing the PC Card .................................................................66
Installing the PC card............................................................................66
Removing the PC card..........................................................................67
Safely Remove Hardware...........................................68
Upgrading Your System ............................................. 69
POWER MANAGEMENT
Introduction to the Power Source ............................. 72
The AC Adapter............................................................................72
The Battery Pack .........................................................................74
Charging the Battery.............................................................................76
Releasing the Battery Pack ........................................................77
Replacing the Battery Pack ........................................................78
Managing the Power...................................................79
Power Options .............................................................................80
MSI Super Battery Saving Technology......................................84
Using MSI Super Battery Saving Technology.......................................84
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BIOS SETUP
Using BIOS Setup Utility.............................................88
When to Use BIOS Setup? .........................................................88
How to Run BIOS Setup? ........................................................... 88
Control Keys................................................................................89
Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY ........................................90
MAIN MENU..................................................................................91
System Overview and Share Memory Size..........................................91
System Time and System Date............................................................92
Advanced Settings...................................................................... 93
Primary and Secondary IDE Master.....................................................93
Legacy USB Support............................................................................94
Intel® SpeedStep™ Technology...........................................................95
Security Settings.........................................................................96
Change Supervisor/User Password .....................................................96
Clear User Password ...........................................................................98
Boot Settings...............................................................................99
Quiet Boot............................................................................................99
1st, 2nd and 3rd Boot Device Setting......................................................99
Exit Setting ................................................................................. 100
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MAINTAINING & CARING
Protecting Your Notebook PC..................................102
Locking Your Computer............................................................102
Setting Up Password.................................................................103
Power-on Password............................................................................103
Operating System Password ..............................................................103
Tips for Traveling ...................................................... 104
Taking Care of Your Computer.................................105
Placing and Operating Your Computer ...................................105
Cleaning Your Computer ..........................................................106
Using the Battery Pack .............................................................106
Battery Safely Tips..............................................................................106
Conserving Battery Power..................................................................107
Charging the Battery Pack..................................................................107
SOFTWARE & APPLICATIO N
Activating Your System............................................ 110
Using the Recovery CD ............................................ 112
Resuming the Operating System.............................................112
Using the Utility CD................................................... 113
When do I Need the Utility CD?................................................113
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How to Use the Utility CD?....................................................... 113
The Setup program includes .............................................................. 114
Advanced Software ...................................................115
MSI System Control Manager .................................................. 115
Mail Properties ................................................................................... 116
OSD (On-Screen Display).................................................................. 118
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Product View
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Before You Begin
Unpacking
First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If
any item cont ained is damaged or m is sin g, ple ase c ontact your loca l
dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing materials in
case you need to ship the unit in the future.
The package should contain the following items:
One Notebook PC M620
One Recovery CD.
One Software CD containing the drivers and utilities.
One User’s Manual and one Quick Guide.
One Warranty Card.
Accessories:
High-capacity Li-ion battery pack.
AC adapter and power cord.
Remote Control.
Phone cable/Phone jack (optional).
Notebook PC carry bag (optional).
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Specification
Physical Character istic
Dimension 355mm(L) x 255mm(D) x 29.9mm(H)
Weight 3.0 kg
CPU
Processor Type 479-pin (uFCPGA)
Support Processor @
Launch
Intel Pentium M Dothan FSB-400
1.5GHz to 2.0GHz
L2 Cache 2M/512K (Celeron)
FSB Speed 400MHz
Socket Soc ket N (479-pin)
Smart Power Management
Support Enhance Speed Step III
Core Chips
North Bridge Intel 855 GME
South Bridge ICH4-M
Memory
Technology DDR 333
Memory
DDR SO-DIMM X 2 slot
128/256/512/1024MB DDR SDRAM
Maximum 2GB (1024MB DDR SO-DIMM X 2)
Power
AC Adapter 65W, 19 Volt
1st Battery 4/8 cells (Li-lon)
2nd Battery None
RTC Battery 5 Years (non-rechargeable)
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Storage
HDD form factor 9.5mm(H), 40/60/80GB
IDE Controller Ultra DMA ATA-100
Optical Device DVD-ROM/COMBO/DVD dual
I/O Port
Monitor(VGA) 15 pin Mini D-Sub x 1
USB x 4 (USB version 2.0)
Consumer IR x 1
Mic-in x 1
Headphone Out x 1 (SPDIF-Out supported)
RJ11 x 1
RJ45 x 1
TV-Out x 1 (Chrontel CH7009)
Communication Port
56K Fax/MODEM
MDC (AC’97)
I/F --- AC97 S/W Modem
Controller --- AC 97 Embedded
Wake on Ring --- Support on S3 state
PTT Approval --- Y es (FCC/CTR21/JATE)
LAN PHY --- Realtek 8101L
Wake on LAN --- Support on S3/S4/S5
LAN Boot --- Yes
Wfm --- Wfm 2.0 support
Wireless LAN Intel Pro/Wireless 2200BG
(IEEE802.11b/g)
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PCMCIA
Controller RICOH R5C593
Slot Type II x 1 MMC/SD/MS 3 in 1
CardBus Support
Display
LCD Type 15.4” WXGA
Brightness Brightness controlled by K/B hot-keys
Vide o Direct Play
Controller UMA (855GME)
VRAM Shared System Memory
LCD 1280 x 800 WXGA
CRT Support 640x480, max, 32bit color
800x600, max, 32bit color
1024x768, max, 32bit color
1400x1050, max, 32bit color
1152x768, max, 32bit color
1280x1024, max, 32bit color
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Audio
Sound Codec chip Realtek ALC658
Internal Speaker 2W Speakers with housing
SoundBlaster SoundBlaster compatible (No support
on DOS)
Sound Volume Adjust by volume button, K/B hot-key &
SW
Others Supports Instant-on mode
Software & BIOS
Support OS Win XP Home and Professional edition
USB Flash Boot Yes, USB floppy boot up DOS only
BIOS Fast Boot Support --- Yes (Win XP)
Other
Remote Controller Yes
Kensington Lock Hole X 1
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Quick Components Guide
This section provides you the description of basic aspects of your
Notebook PC. It will help you to know more about the appearance
of this computer before using it.
Top-open View
Press the Cover Latch to open the top cover (LCD Panel). The
figure of top-open view and description showing below will lead you
to browse the main operating area of your PC.
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Cover Latch (Internal View)
It is a bounce-back device to lock the cover with the deck when
closing your Notebook PC.
Rubber Pads
Protect your Notebook PC from random closing.
Stereo Speakers
Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi
function supported.
Quick Launch Buttons a nd Power Button
Power Button: To turn your Notebook power ON
and OFF.
Quick Launch Buttons: One click on the quick
launch buttons can fast the starting of the
programs in common use.
InstantON Power Button: It is a fast way to start
media player without entering Windows System.
Keyboard
The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized
867-key (US-defined) keyboard.
Touchpad
It is the pointing device of the computer。
Multimedia Control Panel
Please see InterVideo InstantON in Chapter 2.
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a.
b.
Front View
Cover Latch (External View)
Press Cover Latch rightward and lift the cover. The Cover
Latch will bounce back when loosing it.
Multimedia Control Panel
Please see InterVideo InstantON in Chapter 2.
Audio Port Connectors
Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi
function supported.
a.
Line In: Used for external CD
player, Tape recorder or other audio
devices.
b.
Line Out: A connector for
speakers or headphones.
Consumer Infrared
It is used to transfer the Remote Controller signal to control the
device.
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Right-side View
Status LED
Num Lock: Glowing Green when the Num Lock
function is activated.
Caps Lock: Glowing Green when the Caps Lock
function is activated.
Hard Disk In-use: Glowing Green when the
Notebook PC is accessing the hard disk drive.
Wireless LAN: Glowing Green when wireless LAN
function of the computer is enabled. Fast glowing in
green light means the status of being transferred and
slowly glowing in green light means the status of
being AP connected.
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PC Card Slot
The computer provides a PC card slot to support one Type-II
PC card for expansion functions, such as LAN/WLAN card,
modem card, memory card, etc.
3 in 1 Card Reader
The built-in card reader supports MMC (multi-media card), SD
(secure digital) and MS (memory stick) cards.
Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block
the ventilator for air circulation.
S-Video Connector
By using a Super VHS (S-Video) cable, this connector allows
you to connect a television (NTSC/PAL system) to use as a
computer display.
USB Port
The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface
peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem,
portable hard disk module, printer and more.
VGA Port
The 15-pin-D-sub VGA port allows you to connect an external
monitor or other standard VGA-compatible device (such as a
projector) for a great view of the computer display.
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Left-side View
Stereo Speakers
Make high quality sound blaster with stereo system and Hi-Fi
function supported.
Power Connector
To connect the AC adapter and supply power for the computer.
USB Port
The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB-interface
peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, modem,
portable hard disk module, printer and more.
RJ-45 Connector
The 100/10 Ethernet connector is used to connect a LAN cable
for network connection.
RJ-11 Connector
The computer provides a built-in modem that allows you to
connect an FJ-11 telephone line through this connector. W ith
the 56K V.90 modem, you can make a dial-up connection.
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